Lookout Newspaper Dec. 21, 2015

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December 21, 2015

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Families and friends welcome home HMC Ships Brandon and Whitehorse on “Y” Jetty upon return from Operation Caribbe on Dec. 17.

Home for the holidays - Brandon and Whitehorse return Sajjan, Minister of National Defence. “This year’s record success on Operation Caribbe is a testament to the Canadian Armed Forces, and particularly the Royal Canadian Navy and the Royal Canadian Air Force’s dedication and perseverance to work with our allies in complex environments for the safety and security of the citizens of this continent.”

Operation Caribbe is one of the many activities undertaken by the Government of Canada and DND/CAF as part of Canada’s broader commitment to engagement in the Americas.

This annual operation directly supports the CAF’s mission to defend against threats and security challenges to Canada, North America, and our defence and security partners.

The CAF have conducted Operation Caribbe since November 2006 and remain committed to working with Western Hemisphere and European partners to address security challenges in the region and successfully disrupt illicit trafficking operations.

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The last Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) assets, HMC Ships Brandon and Whitehorse arrived home last Thursday, concluding a successful year for the CAF on Operation Caribbe.

Canada’s 2015 annual contribution to the multinational campaign against illicit trafficking in the eastern Pacific Ocean and the Caribbean – Operation Martillo – saw CAF assets and personnel directly contribute to the seizure or disruption of approximately 18.5 metric tons of cocaine and three metric tons of marijuana, more than any other year since the CAF’s contribution began in 2006.

As part of Operation Caribbe 2015, the CAF contributed four CP-140 Aurora surveillance aircraft, five Maritime Coastal Defence Vessels (HMC Ships Brandon, Goose Bay, Nanaimo, Shawinigan and Whitehorse), two Halifax-class frigate with their embarked CH-124 Sea King helicopter (HMC Ships Winnipeg and Vancouver), and one Iroquois-class destroyer

(HMCS Athabaskan) with its two embarked CH-124 Sea King helicopters.

Royal Canadian Navy ships deployed a total of 10 times (HMC Ships Whitehorse and Winnipeg deployed twice each) and sailed for a total of 344 days.

Royal Canadian Air Force CP-140 Auroras flew 321 hours, and CH-124 Sea Kings flew 150 hours, providing surveillance, detection, and disruption capabilities during the operation.

HMC Ships Brandon and Whitehorse seized and disrupted more narcotics during a 44-day deployment this fall than any other duo of Maritime Coastal Defence Vessels during the operation’s history, with a combined total of approximately 9,800kg. The previous record of 5,934 kg was held by HMC Ships Whitehorse and Nanaimo, obtained earlier this year while deployed in the Eastern Pacific.

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December 21, 2015

Happy Holidays from the Commander of the Royal Canadian Navy VAdm Mark Norman Commander RCN The upcoming holidays are a perfect time to reflect on the year that was, and to prepare for the challenges to come.

I could not be prouder of the remarkable men and women that make up the military and civilian team of the Royal Canadian Navy (RCN), who consistently punch above their weight in their support to overall Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) and Department of National Defence objectives.

For this amazing “One Navy” team, 2015 meant a flurry of exciting activities, delivering excellence, both at home and on operations at sea.

Many of our sailors are right now at sea, far from home carrying out their mission on behalf of Canada. As you gather with loved ones this holiday season, please spare a thought for the ship’s company of HMCS Winnipeg, and for others in the broader CAF family who are deployed on operations.

As we review this year’s accomplishments, we have a new found sense of optimism and confidence that the RCN is indeed back. We’re back on track after a number of years of capacity challenges, thanks to the paying off of several ships and the effects of the Halifax-Class Modernization project.

The great news is that we’re getting our sailors back to sea, as seven of our 12 frigates have now been modernized and readied for operations. The new gear is here and our sailors are taking full advantage. The Victoria-class submarines are another robust capability, proven on operations with our partners and allies, just as we intended.

There were plenty of diverse missions at sea for our sailors and submariners. HMCS Winnipeg, with

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As you gather with loved ones this holiday season, please spare a thought for the ship’s company of HMCS Winnipeg, and for others in the broader CAF family who are deployed on operations. its embarked enhanced boarding party, relieved HMCS Fredericton on Operation Reassurance. Winnipeg was joined this fall by four more of our ships and HMCS Windsor for Trident Juncture, the largest NATO exercise in more than a decade. HMCS Montréal and Windsor even hosted His Royal

Highness Prince Charles, the Prince of Wales, Commodore-in-Chief of the Atlantic fleet.

Still other vessels deployed on exercises with our allies throughout the year or took part in Op Caribbe in the Caribbean and Op Nanook in Canada’s north. This high tempo amounted to several months where nearly one-third of our trained sailors were at sea on operations.

This year also marked a major milestone in the transition to the future fleet. On September 1, full construction officially began on HMCS Harry DeWolf, the first Arctic/Offshore Patrol Ship. We look ahead with optimism to important decisions in the coming year that will enable the construction of both the Queenston-class Joint Support Ships and the Canadian Surface Combatants as soon as possible.

There are so many people working hard behind the scenes to help enable excellence at sea and this transition to our future fleet. They bring innovative ideas to our business so that we may better deliver the RCN that Canada needs today and tomorrow. They are all tremendously valued members of our navy. I thank them for their dedication and their enthusiasm.

I’m certainly excited as I anticipate the year ahead, but we all must remember to take time for our own health and wellbeing, and for that of our friends and loved ones. There are those among us who need our support – this time of year can sometimes be especially difficult.

On behalf of the entire leadership of the Royal Canadian Navy, let me wish you a happy and healthy holiday season, and a productive and prosperous new year.

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WHO WE ARE MANAGING EDITOR Melissa Atkinson 250-363-3372 melissa.atkinson@forces.gc.ca

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On assignment at the Wardroom, Lookout posed this question to Base Foods staff:

What is your favorite holiday tradition?

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We like to open up one Christmas gift each on Christmas Eve in my family.

I love just getting that time to hang out with them.

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Stay safe this holiday season, don’t drink and drive Cpl Dustin Renz Military Police Unit Esquimalt The time of year is once again upon us when we find our schedules busy with holiday parties and visits with friends and family.

During these joyous occasions, gifts will be exchanged, laughs will be shared, and drinks will be enjoyed.

With so much going on this month, we urge you to remember something very important: Don’t drink and drive.

Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) Canada estimates there are between 1,250 and 1,500 impairment-related crash deaths in Canada each year (3.4 – 4.1 deaths per day).

Let’s help to lower that statistic this year.

It only takes a few minutes and a couple of extra dollars to arrange a safe ride home, and with so much at stake (lives, mobility, careers, etcetera), it’s worth it.

It is a criminal offence to operate, or be in care or control of a motor vehicle, whether it is in motion or not, while your ability to operate the vehicle is impaired by alcohol or drugs.

If you are at fault for a death that occurs as a result of impaired driving, you will be eligible for life imprisonment.

The best thing you can do to stay safe is to plan ahead. There are many options to get you home safe: cabs, sober friends, designated driver services, and dial-a-driver are a few.

Remind your guests and friends of these options to ensure they have a safe ride home at the end of the night.

It’s important to be aware that even the

morning after you have consumed alcohol, you may still be over the legal limit to operate a motor vehicle. Alcohol can take time to eliminate itself from the body, and the time it takes is different for everyone. Although you may feel like you’re fine to drive, this is often not the case. If ever you’re uncertain, give yourself more time until you’re absolutely sure you are sober.

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NORAD celebrates 60 years of tracking Santa Royal Canadian Air Force Public Affairs The Canadian NORAD Region kicks off the 60th anniversary of tracking Santa’s yuletide journey from the North Pole with the naming of his escort pilots and tracking crews for the important job.

Santa’s escort pilots from 3 Wing Bagotville, Quebec, are Captain Andrew Jakubaitis, and Captain Pierre-David Boivin. The CF-188 Hornet crew chiefs supporting them are Master Corporal Marc-André David and Corporal Steeven Cantin.

Santa’s escort pilots from 4 Wing Cold Lake, Alberta, are Lieutenant-Colonel William Radiff, and United States Marine Corps Lieutenant-Colonel Mark Bortnem. Their CF-188 Hornet crew chiefs are Corporal Sean Adel and Aviator Laurie Dunbar.

Santa Trackers from 21 Aerospace Control and Warning Squadron at 22 Wing North Bay, Ontario, include RCAF Major Darren Reck and Captain Pierre Grignon, and United States Air Force Technical Sergeant Amanda Pascoe. The team’s duty it is to maintain radio contact with Santa and his escort pilots.

“The men and women of the Canadian NORAD Region keep watchful eyes over

North American airspace 24 hours a day, 7 days a week,” says Major-General David Wheeler, Commander Canadian NORAD Region. “It’s a great responsibility to ensure Santa’s safe passage around North America so that he can continue his journey of goodwill and cheer. We’re honoured to celebrate 60 successful years of this gratifying mission.”

The NORAD Tracks Santa website: www. noradsanta.org, now live and available in eight languages, features Santa’s North Pole Village, including a holiday countdown, games, activities, and more.

Starting at 12:01 a.m. MST on Dec. 24, website visitors can watch Santa make preparations for his flight. NORAD’s “Santa Cams” will stream videos on the website as Santa makes his way over various locations. Then, at 4 a.m. MST (6 a.m. EST), trackers worldwide can speak with a live phone operator to inquire as to Santa’s whereabouts by dialing the toll-free number 1-877-Hi-NORAD (1-877-446-6723) or by sending an email to noradtrackssanta@outlook.com.

Any time on Dec. 24, Windows Phone users can ask Cortana for Santa’s location, and OnStar subscribers can press the OnStar button in their vehicles to find Santa.

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Members of 21 Aerospace Control and Warning Squadron’s Bravo Flight Technical Sgt Amanda Pascoe (left), United States Air Force, Maj Darren Reck (centre), Bravo Flight Commander, and Capt Pierre Grignon (right), Deputy Flight Commander, review Santa’s possible course into Canadian Air Space using an Enroute High Altitude Chart.

CF-188 Hornet Pilot Capt Andrew “Sauce” Jakubaitis along with CF-188 Hornet maintainer Cpl Steeven Cantin stand by to escort Santa on his trip across North America.

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A CH149 Cormorant crew from 442 Transport and Rescue Squadron in Comox had the opportunity to welcome aboard Rear-Admiral Gilles Couturier during a recent training mission conducted in the Vancouver area Dec.1.

RAdm Couturier is the Commander of Maritime Forces Pacific and is the authority for search and rescue in the Victoria search and rescue region, which encompasses all of British Columbia, the Yukon Territory and the Pacific Ocean for hundreds of kilometres offshore.

The aim was to provide the Commander a first-hand experience of the capabilities of the Cormorant helicopter in maritime and land environments.

After meeting with the Commander at HMCS Discovery in Vancouver, RAdm Couturier was

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RAdm Couturier was given the opportunity to brush up on his flying skills under the careful supervision of pilot instructor Capt Aaron Noble. given the opportunity to brush up on his flying skills under the careful supervision of pilot instructor Capt Aaron Noble.

The Cormorant crew quickly switched gears in order to demonstrate a live boat hoist sequence to a Canadian Coast Guard hovercraft operating just to the south of Bowen Island. In the scenario, two search and rescue technicians were lowered to the vessel in order to practice the extraction of a simu-

lated casualty. RAdm Couturier was able to experience the effect of the strong rotor wash on the vessel, as well as the precision and teamwork required to affect a safe and efficient maritime rescue.

Following a quick break for lunch in Vancouver, the Cormorant crew tackled another simulated scenario, a distress call two nautical miles to the west of Shawnigan Lake on Vancouver Island. The crew quickly departed out of Vancouver International Airport and proceeded to the simulated distress location.

Once on scene, RAdm Couturier assumed the role of a third SAR technician and was lowered by hoist to the remote location in order to provide simulated casualty care and extraction.

Following the land sequence, RAdm Couturier undertook a quick aerial inspection of his home station, Maritime Forces Pacific, located in Esquimalt, before releasing the crew to return to Comox.

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December 21, 2015

C hristmas cheer on deployment

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Left: Santa Claus helps members of HMCS Winnipeg bring on board holiday care packages sent from friends and families through the Military Family Resource Centre in Cartagena, Spain, on Dec. 16, during Operation Reassurance.

Above: Santa passes a mail package to LCdr Kevin Whiteside.

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Winnipeg’s band raises morale during long deployment MS Bevin Gordichuk HMCS Winnipeg “When musicians get together and combine their efforts to produce a single sound, it’s some of the most symbiotic team work one can imagine. If you want to observe team work that approaches perfection, check out a well-rehearsed band.”

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HMCS Winnipeg’s cover band - ‘The Zeroes’ were ready to perform their first shore gig in Toulon, France, Nov. 19, but the terrorist attacks in Paris interrupted their plan. It was a shocking reminder of the importance of the ship’s mission during their nine-month deployment on Operation Reassurance.

The band has a strong following and has participated in moraleraising events throughout the deployment.

Their crowning achievement to date was the visit from Team Canada, which included the Commander of the Royal Canadian Navy (RCN), RCN Command Chief, former hockey and football stars, and Honorary Captain (Navy) Arlene Dickenson. They met in Belfast, Ireland on Oct. 10 where the Zeroes played a six-song set followed by an encore with two-time Juno Award nominated musician Kira Isabella Wilkie to sustained applause from their appreciative ship mates.

HMCS Winnipeg’s cover band, “The Zeroes”.

The band members - lead singer and rhythm guitar Lt(N) Justin Dunn, lead guitar LS Brian Bourassa, acoustic guitar LS Joseph Chisling, keyboardist MS Bevin Gordichuk, bassist PO2 Pete Fraser, and drummer LS Dan Camellato (a.k.a. Animal) - formed the group after Lt(N) Dunn and LS Bourassa began jamming in Cabin zero as a way to decompress and share their love of playing music during the deployment.

They recruited PO2 Fraser for

bass, and LS Chisling for guitar.

“I had only been playing guitar for a few years as a hobby and didn’t really give it enough attention,” said LS Chisling. “Working with the guys over the course of the deployment has opened up a whole new world to me. Playing in a band is a great pastime and a way to build morale among the crew. I remember the first time we all got together I was asked to play a C and a D note. I had no idea what a C was but I always knew the D.”

When MS Gordichuk synthesiser arrived in Porto, Portugal, he joined the group.

“My first jam session with them was in the fridge flats, and I didn’t have a keyboard stand so I used AFFF canisters to set my synth on to play,” MS Gordichuk chuckles.

“It became a signature prop of the group.”

The jam sessions quickly developed from a collective interest into sharing their passion for music with shipmates. So, despite long “mids” watches and limited

practice space, the much larger group managed to increase their song list to over 25 songs in a four week period. By mid-September, Lt(N) Squires was the second rhythm guitar playing at jam sessions, and LS Camellato was pounding the electronic drum kit provided by Personnel Support Progrmas for the ship.

Staying in the realm of rock and roll, they transcend six decades of music, covering artists such as Elvis Presley and Tom Petty to Radiohead and Sublime. After making a small music video for BBC News, London, and NATO TV in early August, they turned their sights on the most important asset on their ship – morale.

PO2 Fraser, the big bass man observes, “The biggest benefit for me would be the sense of normalcy music provides. When the band is playing, there is no rank, no officers, senior non-commissioned members, or junior ranks; it is musicians making music. It is an amazing break from life at sea.

For those precious hours we are in a different place, and that can be a powerful recovery period during a nine month deployment.”

Even if The Zeroes never get to play a gig ashore, they have provided entertainment and enjoyment for a ship full of people who are a long way from home, and they have made one of the longest journeys in many sailors’ lives a bit easier for all.

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December 21, 2015

Firefighters’ Santa Run helping families in the red Peter Mallett Staff Writer Base firefighters are switching on their sirens and lights, not for an emergency call but for the CFB Esquimalt Fire Rescue Annual Santa Run. On Monday Dec. 21, beginning at 5:30 p.m. firefighters will hop aboard a fully decorated fire engine truck and traverse the base making stops at Dockyard, Signal Hill, Naden and Work Point in an effort to collect cash donations and non-perishable food items for the less fortunate.

“We work within the CAF community and just want to give something back to those in need, or those who will have trouble making ends meet after the holiday bills are paid,” said Lt Jim Grant, a firefighter with CFB Esquimalt Fire

Rescue. “Doing this only takes a couple of hours of our time, but in the end we get to put some more smiles on people’s faces at the holidays.”

Funds raised from this year’s event will be presented to the Esquimalt Military Family Resource Centre to be used to buy gift cards from Thrifty Foods.

Lt Grant says the initiative is designed to help families in the military family community who find themselves in an emergency situation and need some assistance getting back on their feet.

The fire engine will be decorated and adorned with lights and Lt Grant says they plan to hand out candy canes “to children young and old” during their journey. The firefighters will also be making a cash donation to the kitty after completing their own fund-raising initiatives in the weeks leading up to the Santa Run.

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PSP survey aimed at fitness resolution Peter Mallett Staff Writer Organizers of base fitness programs need your input in getting its classes and programs in ship-shape for 2016.

Personnel Support Programs staff (PSP) have created an online survey of nonmandated fitness programs and classes at Naden Athletic Centre and Dockyard Gym, to gauge whether they are the right fit for CAF members and DND civilians within the Formation.

“We want people to get excited and engaged in our fitness programs, and improving them is an important part of our business model,” said Matt Carlson, PSP Fitness Coordinator. “The timing of this survey couldn’t be better because as people look to the New Year they are starting to think of their fitness-related goals.”

A link to the survey is currently available on the MARPAC Notice Board and PSP’s Naden Athletic Centre Facebook page.

Carlson says instructors and organizers of the various fitness classes need to know if they are offering the right programs, and how to improve customer satisfaction,

effectiveness and convenience in an effort to meet their mandate of enhancing the health and well-being of CAF members.

The 11-question survey was launched on Monday, Dec. 14 and wraps up at midnight on Jan. 17, 2016.

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Health challenge on board HMCS Winnipeg spurs sailors to make healthier choices Rachel Lallouz Staff Writer

A total of 85 crewmembers on board HMCS Winnipeg completed a voluntary, month-long Health and Wellness Challenge on Oct. 31 while on Operation Reassurance in the waters near Istanbul.

The on-board challenge, which started Oct.1, was organized by Sylvain Verrier, PSP Fitness, Sports, and Recreation

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Coordinator, who was posted to Winnipeg to implement exercise programs on board the ship.

“The idea was to bring awareness to military members about choices they make in daily living, and to promote a healthier overall lifestyle,” says Verrier.

Points were awarded to crewmembers for minor behavioural changes in exercise and food consumption. Participants were given booklets to track their points based on the honour system. Every healthy choice, like choosing more vegetables at dinner or

working out for 30 minutes was awarded five points.

The more points a member had at a given point in the challenge, the earlier that member’s name was included in a hat for a draw.

If a member participated in the whole challenge, they had the highest chances of winning the most desired prizes.

Motivational prizes provided by the PSP sponsorship program included a Sony camera, G-shock watch, backpacks, tumblers, navy run T-shirts, and backpacks.

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of its kind held while on a deployment.

With one third of crew participating, Verrier marks the challenge as a success.

“I think it definitely got people talking about what is considered ‘healthy’ and what isn’t,” says Verrier. “I also noticed the crew eating more vegetables and less dessert.”

Verrier’s next challenge for the Winnipeg crew members is called “Duffless December.” The challenge asks participants to eat zero “duff” (dessert) from Dec.1 to Dec. 23.

See the winners on page 7.

appiness well wishes H & The holidays are a wonderful time to reconnect with family and friends, but they can also be a time of overindulgence, too much stress, unmet expectations and loneliness, for some.

This holiday, work on creating balance and staying in the green.

Here are some great tips from six folks around the Formation that touch on the five pillars of the MARPAC Health And Wellness Strategy:

Nutritional Wellness

Active Living

“The holidays are an exciting time with lots of social events, family outings, and plenty of great food and drink; I find getting outdoors for a rigorous family activity or getting out for a walk with my dog is a great way to de-stress, burn off the extra calories, and check out the neighbour’s Christmas lights.”

– CPO1 Bob Anderson, AJAG, Co-Chair Active Living Working Group

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Peter Mallett Staff Writer For many, the holiday season fills them with joy, happiness and optimism. But for some, the season can bring on melancholy.

That sadness can be brought about from stress, mental health issues, addictions, and loneliness.

On base, a team of frontline healthcare workers are at the ready to assist defence employees who are having a tough time navigating holiday emotions.

“Certainly the holiday season does raise these emotions and anxieties in certain people, but there is now an improved awareness that we must look after our personnel and our families at this time of year,” says Commander Charles Cross, Formation Surgeon.

He is hoping people will reach out to the myriad of resources available to help address mental health issues. But he knows the stigma attached to mental health blocks many from seeking help.

Statistics show 20 per cent of Canadians will experience a mental illness at one point in their life. But two thirds of those

Mental health awareness at the fore of frontline workers affected suffer in silence from the fear of being judged, or their concerns rejected.

In the Canadian Armed Forces much work is being done to whittle away that stigma through the Road to Mental Readiness Program, the Mental Health Continuum model, and the Strengthening the Forces Health Promotion programs, plus strong promotion of Bell’s Let’s Talk Day. Clinical Leader of Mental Health Services, Maj Andrea Tuka says the attitudes are changing and they can clearly see it here at the base clinic.

“Our department has never been busier, and the chain of command is truly engaged about mental health. They are assisting and escorting people to our department because of their deep concerns about their people.”

Canada’s new Defence Minister Harjit Singh Sajjan and the Liberal government recently instructed Canada’s military to make suicide and mental health issues a priority, imploring military members to “identify a way forward.” His words came in the wake of a report by the CAF’s Chief Surgeon-General on Nov. 10 and an independent report by The

their toll-free number 1-800-353-3329.

The MFRC provides a wide-range of supports from confidential one-on-one counselling to linking up individuals with the help they need through appropriate health care providers, and support services both on and off the base.

“Everyone’s needs are unique so we sit down with people and find out where they are at,” said Destura. “The job of all front-line workers is making sure people are safe and have the appropriate resources and supports to contact.”

Awareness and prevention education is critical to create a culture where people feel supported and seek support early in their struggles, says Health Promotion Manager, Maryse Neilson. Her team of trained professionals operate out of the Naden Athletic Centre and provide health promotion programs to defence team members.

“We promote the Mental Health Continuum as one tool in which individuals can understand what behaviours are concerning, and learn how to take action themselves,” said Neilson. “It’s important to seek help as soon as you believe you are behaving in ways that put you at risk.”

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Globe and Mail two days earlier that revealed increased suicide rates among those deployed.

General Jonathan Vance, Chief of the Defence Staff, has also pledged to take action, saying the well-being of military members and their families is his highest priority.

“To all members of the Canadian Armed Forces, if you think that you or someone you know needs help, get it now,” said Gen Vance. “Go to your nearest Canadian Armed Forces health clinic or civilian emergency health care centre.

All levels of the Canadian Armed Forces leadership, and I, support you. You are not alone.”

In an effort to address mental health problems and suicide rates for retired military members, the Defence Minister has pledged to re-open nine regional Veterans Affairs Canada offices and to hire 400 new support staff.

Support is also available for family members of military personnel. Priscilla Destura, a social worker for the Military Family Resource Centre Esquimalt says MFRC staff are on call 24 hours a day over the holidays and people can call

Administrative • Clinic Duty Officer 250-744-8221 (available 24/7).

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“D “During the Holidays, I plan to keep things in perspective and remind myself that whatever stress I sp aam dealing with is only temporary and can be alleviated through mental fitness. I know when I go through a rough patch, I am slower getting out of bed in the morning. I have learned to incorporate gratitude into my life so I set my alarm just five minutes earlier and lie in bed think of a few things m eeach morning that I am grateful for. This reduces my initial stress by creating a pleasant space in my mind instead of rushing through my morning routine min worrying about all the things I have to do that day.” and wo - A/SLt Hannah Harrison, MARPAC HQ “Christmas...full of cheer and excitement, the decorations, the magic, the excited children! Sometimes I don’t feel very “merry”? It’s because my mom passed last year. Our traditions are mom’s traditions, I miss her and am determined to enjoy the holidays, even if I shed tears in the process. How am I working toward being myself again? Eat healthy thy (most days), drink water, ride my horse, cuddle my y dog and focus on the positive things in my life..

Understanding colleagues, and a supportive family also help. The most important resource I have is myself. I am a friend to myself, and do not expect ecct perfection. I have told myself that this year it is o ok k to be average. I am patient with myself, becausee I know eventually, with support and understanding, ngg,, I will be myself again.”

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“During the holidays drinking opportunities abound. I attempt good balance by having a glass of water between each drink and making sure I pace myself by having standard size drinks. In addition, I strive to be a good host by ensuring there are non-alcoholic drinks at every party and ensuring guests have a safe way home. Please be safe this holiday season and don’t drink and drive!”

- Alli Jones, Health Promotion Specialist

“I am a proud working mom of two children and lucky to have a great husband who still makes me smile and laugh after 23 years. I try to remember the “holiday” in the Christmas holidays – make sure you are truly present when on leave. An important part of my work-life balance is self-care. This focus on ME helps me truly appreciate the joy of the season. I make sure that I have relaxing time by taking walks, getting enough sleep and spending unrushed time playing games with my y kids and husband.”

- Margot Cutcher,, Manager of the he Learning and d Career Centre at CFB Esquimalt

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December 21, 2015

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The atmosphere was electric in Ottawa as Canadian Armed Forces’ (CAF) top athletes, coaches, officials and teams were reunited to celebrate athletic excellence at the annual Sports Awards Ceremony Nov. 27.

VAdm Mark Norman, Commander of the Royal Canadian Navy, and Cmdre Mark Watson, Director General Morale and Welfare Services, were among distinguished guests that also included representatives from sponsors Canadian Tire, Sport Chek and Sports Experts, as well as BMO Bank of Montreal and the Canadian Defence

Community Banking program.

This year’s ceremony marked the 30th anniversary of the CAF joining CISM, le Conseil international de sport militaire, and it was highlighted with the CISM Order of Merit awarded to four CAF members: LGen Christine Whitecross to the grade of Grand Officer: Maj Kevin Poirier to the grade of Knight: WO (Retd) Kenneth McDonald to the grade of Grand Knight; and Sgt (Retd) George Mooney to the grade of Grand Knight.

New this year was the Dedication to CAF Sports award that recognized those who have gone above and beyond to provide time, effort and

support to the promotion and development of CAF sports. The recipients were LCdr (Ret’d) Antonio Zezza, WO David Oakie, and Sgt (Ret’d) George Mooney.

The next athletes to be honoured were two deserving members named to the CAF Honour Roll in recognition of their outstanding accomplishments: badminton athlete MWO Mario Gervais, and squash athlete Capt Khaled El Seweify. They both have made a significant contribution to the Sports Program throughout their respective military careers.

The most prestigious category followed with the induction into the CAF Sports Hall of Fame. This year’s inductee was golfer

CWO Tony Stuckless.

Traditionally, the presentation of the awards for CAF Sports Achievement is one of the most exciting parts of the ceremony.

This year’s individual winners were: • OS Yvette Yong, Female Athlete of the Year • Maj Martin L a m o n t a g n e - L a c a s s e, Male Athlete of the Year • PO2 Craig Wells, Coach of the Year • Cpl Andy Social, Official of the Year The final awards of the evening were given to the CAF CISM Men’s Fencing Team, and 14 Wing Greenwood Men’s Slo-Pitch Team, respectively honoured as Team of the Year for Individual and Collective Sports.

To learn more about the winners’ accomplishments, visit www.CAFSportsAwardsCeremony.ca.

Experience the ceremony in pictures at www.flickr.com/photos/CAFSportsAwards.

Above: OS Yvette Yong won Female Athlete of the Year.

Bottom right: LCdr (Ret’d) Antonio Zezza (centre) receives the Dedication to Sports award from VAdm Mark Norman (right), Commander of the Royal Canadian Navy, and CPO1 Tom Riefesel.

Bottom left: PO2 Class Craig Wells (middle) receives the Coach of the Year award from Landon French (left) and Lisa Levac (right).

Bottom photos by Cpl Michael J. MacIsaac, Canadian Forces Support Unit (Ottawa) Imaging Services

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A group photo of the Pacific Region Women’s Soccer team from Esquimalt who won the Championship for the Women’s Soccer Nationals hosted by CFB Borden, Ontario.

2015 a treble of firsts for CFB Esquimalt women’s soccer team Peter Mallet Staff Writer 2015 was a year of firsts for the Pacific Region Women’s Soccer team.

They won their first Canadian Armed Forces National Championship trophy, and collected their first-ever award at the annual sports awards luncheon in Esquimalt, where they were crowned Breakthrough Team of the Year.

But the real kicker is they couldn’t have achieved it without the guidance of first-time, rookie coach Sgt Caleb Klimas.

“We were complete underdogs heading into the national tournament,” says Sgt Klimas, a medical technician at the base clinic in CFB Esquimalt. “We lost our first two games but just kept getting stronger every game after that point, and then won four games in a row.”

The Pacific Region team hoisted the Nichola Goddard Trophy at CFB Borden on Sept. 13 after defeating Quebec 2-1 on penalty kicks.

Midfielder Lt(N) Tien Nguyen represented the Pacific Region’s team at the tournament for the third time, and said the victory over Quebec “came as

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a complete surprise” to her and her teammates. It’s always been an uphill battle for the Pacific team because of the constant deployments, she says, and sailings at the base coupled with a smaller pool of players to draw from makes it difficult to field a competitive team.

“Sgt Klimas was a communicator, a motivator, but also had an easy-going and relaxed style of coaching that was a perfect fit for this team,” says Lt(N) Nguyen, a combat systems engineering officer with HCM West.

Sgt Klimas played youth soccer on the lower mainland in Surrey and served as a defender for Kwantlen Polytechnic Institute soccer team. But he admits it really wasn’t his experi-

ence as a player where he gained true insight into successful coaching techniques.

He credits his step-father Derek Possee, who played forward for the 1979 NASL Soccer Bowl Champion Vancouver Whitecaps and Tottenham Hotspur (1963 to 1967), and Crystal Palace (1973 to 1974) of the English Premier League (then First Division), for developing his skills as a coach.

After his playing days were over, Possee eventually became head coach for Canada’s youth development teams between 2001 and 2003, and was also the B.C. Soccer Association’s head coach for five years.

Sgt Klimas used to help out as an equipment manager and trainer with some of Possee’s provincial teams and admits the experience was “invaluable” to him.

“I watched how he did things and how he had a calm steadying effect, and I tried to carry this over when I started coaching,” said Sgt Klimas.

As they look ahead to what 2016 brings, Sgt Klimas is confident the team can repeat as champions and he hopes to continue his role behind the bench for Pacific Region if work commitments allow.

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Soldiers at the ready to keep Rogers Pass open Peter Mallett Staff writer Stationed high up in the Columbia Mountains in southeastern B.C., at an elevation of 1,329 metres, a troop made up of gunners from the Royal Canadian Horse Artillery from Shilo, MB, and assorted reservist field regiments throughout western Canada are keeping Rogers Pass safe for travellers over the winter months.

Known as Operation Palaci, the mission is to wage an around-the-clock battle against avalanches in the narrow valley surrounded by mountains. Because of the

steep mountains, and high levels of snowfall, avalanches are a common occurrence, and when they happen they have the potential to shut down the Trans Canada highway and CP rail corridor.

Using two 105 mm howitzers, the artillery unit fires at predetermined targets up to five kilometres away to intentionally trigger smaller, less devastating slides as a way to mitigate a major avalanche.

“The overall goal of Operation Palaci is to keep the highway open and safe for everyone travelling during the holidays and throughout the winter,” says Lt Aaron Brideau, troop commander.

“The longer we keep the transportation lines open by implementing controlled avalanches, the better it is for everyone on the roadway.”

The busy mountain pass sees over 3,000 vehicles and up to 32 trains per day, and accounts for billions of dollars of trade each year, according to Transport Canada.

Operation Palaci, a Parks Canada and Department of National Defence joint initiative, is the world’s largest mobile avalanche control program, and at 54 years is the longest running operation in CAF history, domestically or expeditionary.

“Operation Palaci is an

excellent example of how government department agencies can work together using their expertise to achieve a common goal,” says Jeff Goodrich, Senior Avalanche Officer with Parks Canada.

“Parks Canada provides the expertise and snow science to predict when and where an avalanche is likely to occur, and the CAF provides artillery and support troops to bring the snow down before it poses a threat.”

The troop contingency is made up of 10 regular service members from CFB Shilo and seven Primary Reservists from Western Canada who will occupy their positions

until February when troops from CFB Valcartier take over the post.

Lt Brideau and his troop have had a busy season so far. In the first few weeks of December, wave-upon-wave of Pacific storms pounded the B.C. coastline before climbing upward and delivering their payload in the form of heavy snowfalls at higher altitudes.

At last count the maximum height of snow recorded this season at the Rogers Pass weather station at Mt Fidelity was 184 cm on Nov.18, but that number is certain to climb.

“The weather conditions drive what they are doing on a day-to-day basis; they could easily be out there shooting on Christmas Day this year,” said Capt Mark Hynes, who provides logistical support to Op Palaci with Joint Task Force Pacific’s J3 Land Operations.

“It’s in the cold weather, in sleet, snow and hail they are out there trudging around in Rogers Pass doing vitally important work.”

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Sometimes the roads are closed for clean up following controlled avalanches that spill onto the roadway and tracks. Parks Canada says there are normally 100 hours of road closures per year related to avalanche control work in the area, and normally one 12-plus hour closure every year.

This is Lt Brideau’s first deployment to Rogers Pass, and despite the isolation, long hours and seemingly endless parade of storms, he says it’s an experience he won’t soon tire of.

“The avalanches we trigger are definitely an impressive site to see. It gives you an appreciation for the power of the weapons we use, and the avalanches we create,” he says.

But it won’t be all hard work over the holidays. Lt Brideau says their chef is planning a full Christmas dinner at the Palaci bunkhouse in Glacier National Park, and holiday decorations have already gone up.

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Awarding of Harry DeWolf Caps A/SLt Kyle Reed MARPAC Public Affairs On Thursday, Dec. 10, Commanding Officer (designate) LCdr Corey Gleason, Executive Officer LCdr Scott Meagher, and Coxswain CPO1 Karl Bouchard, the command team of the future HMCS Harry DeWolf, presented RAdm Gilles Couturier, Commander of Maritime Forces Pacific and Joint Task Force Pacific, and CPO1 Michael Feltham, the Formation Chief Petty Officer, with the ship’s ball caps.

“At the length of a Canadian football field, the Arctic Offshore Patrol Ships (AOPS) will bring sealift capabilities, helicopter support, and additional accommodations that will lend itself to support other government departments while it carries out its primary role: continental defence,” says LCdr Gleason.

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have presented a number of ball caps in recent months as a reminder that the first of the AOPS begun construction in September, and will be coming online in the next few years. The fact that HMCS Harry DeWolf, the lead ship in the Harry DeWolf class, already has its name and a command team is further evidence that the ship’s arrival is fast-approaching.

The ship will reach a major milestone in February when its keel is laid out in Halifax.

“I am extremely proud to see the incoming command team have such enthusiasm for their future command and involvement with Canada’s newest class of ship,” said RAdm Couturier. “The next step will be to ensure their excitement is shared within the RCN and with Canadians everywhere. The AOPS is a significant new platform that allows the RCN to continue to demonstrate excellence at sea.”

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Maj Ahn Foort receives the Canadian Forces Decoration First Clasp from LCol Robert Alolega, Commanding Officer of 39 Service Battalion, with CWO Paul Lavallee and MWO Michael Morrison present.

MCpl Shane Rolleston receives the Canadian Forces Decoration from LCol Alolega, with CWO Paul Lavallee and WO Clyde Roberts present.

MCpl Lincoln Chan receives the Canadian Forces Decoration from LCol Alolega, with CWO Paul Lavallee and MWO Michael Morrison present.

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Bravo ZULU Base Divisions Sgt John Brent from Transport, Electrical and Mechanical Engineering, is awarded the General Campaign Star – South-West Asia Ribbon First Rotation Bar.

Capt(N) Steve Waddell, Base Commander made several presentations at Base Divisions held at the Naden Drill Shed on Dec. 3.

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Cpl Caitlin Rielly from Base Comptroller is awarded the General Campaign Star – South-West Asia Ribbon.

CPO1 Robert Spinelli, CFB Esquimalt Base Chief Petty Officer, is awarded the Canadian Forces Decoration Second Clasp for 32 years of dedicated service.

MCpl Anita Kwasnicki, from Transport, Electrical, and Mechanical Engineering, is awarded the Canadian Forces Decoration First Clasp for 22 years of dedicated service.

MS Elisabeth Morin-Fortin, from Base Information Services, is awarded the Canadian Forces Decoration for 12 years of dedicated service.

Cpl Tyler Doucette, from Base Warehouse (Colwood), is awarded the Canadian Forces Decoration for 12 years of dedicated service.

LS Duane Woytowich, from Base Administration, is awarded the Canadian Forces Decoration for 12 years of dedicated service.

Sgt Jodie McLaughlin is promoted to her current rank.

PO2 Ben Salamon is promoted to his current rank.

Lt(N) Tracy Barlow was awarded the Base Commander’s Commendation.

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LS Bryan Rozon is appointed to the rank of Master Seaman by Capt(N) Patrick Montgomery, Regional Captain at HMCS Malahat, Victoria’s naval reserve division.

PO1 Graeme LeBlanc, a naval reservist and a Victoria Police Department police officer, is promoted to Chief Petty Officer Second Class by Capt(N) Montgomery and Major Brendon LeBlanc.

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1brdm + den, furnished w/ leather couch and futon, new TV, fully outfitted kitchen w/ dishwasher, dining room, 4 pc bath, master bdrm w/ queen, den w/ 2 twin beds, large storage, pvt laundry. Suite is legally certified w/ hardwired fire alarms, fans w/timers etc.

Preference given to temporary and IR. Location is great for Royal Roads, UVic, Camosun Interurban, CFB Esquimalt and Naden.

Spacious open – concept ground floor suite in three storey home @ end of quiet dead end street. Avail 1 Jan 2016 $1600/month includes all utilities, internet, cable, hydro, water and garbage. Contact 250514-9994 or helen.edley@ gmail.com for more info.

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PROPERTIES OWNED AND MANAGED BY

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730 Hillside Ave.

948 Esquimalt Rd. Bachelor, 1,2 & 3 bdrm.

Full size commercial gym!

Manager 250-380-4663

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NEW BALCONIES • EXERCISE ROOM 14TH FLOOR LOUNGE

980 Wordsley St. 1 & 2 Bedroom Manager 250-384-8932

703 Esquimalt Road 250-382-2223

Now Renting:

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LARGE SUITES Ellery Manor 855 Ellery Street

REC VEHICLE

250-361-3690 Toll Free 1-866-217-3612

FREE Heat & Hot Water - Card operated front load laundry/24hrs

Esquimalt

3005 11 Svc Bn ARMY CADETS has a great, fun, safe, purposeful program.

There is no cost and youth M/F 12-18 years of age are eligible to join.

Weekend and Summer Camps, Band, First Aid, and Marksmanship are all offered. Thursday 6:30 - 9:00 pm, 724 Vanalman Ave Victoria. Call 250-3633194 or email 3005army@ cadets.net.

PIANO LESSONS 1st month FREE

SAXE POINT LARGE new bachelor available 1 Jan for quite non smoker, pvt entrance. $700/month + hydro. Call 250-381-3805 or email dwboyce@shaw.ca

1 BDR $830.00 2 BDR From $930 Avail Dec 01 250-812-6849

TIRES

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LARGEST SELECTION GREAT PRICES

MILITARY • Reconditioned DISCOUNT • New • Builder OFFERED • In Home Services Corner of Gorge Rd East & Jutland • 382-0242

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REAL ESTATE • FOR SALE

Gorge Vale 1180 Colville Road BACH $740 Avail Nov 10 250-360-1983

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Plus Clinics, getaways and shop discounts

Dirty Girlz Bike Club www.dirtygirlzbikeclub.ca

“She sincerely made the whole process of buying and selling as pleasant and non-stressful as possible.”

- Michael and Gina Ann Watley 250-656-0131 Personal Real Estate Corporation

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MILITARY and DND PERSONNEL: 25 words $9.70 • ALL OTHERS: 20 words $11.09 • Each additional word 19¢ • Tax Included • DEADLINE FOR CLASSIFIED Advertising: Thursday at 11a.m.

Call 250•363 •3127 to book your display or word ad REAL ESTATE • FOR RENT

HEALTH

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Large, furnished water view ground floor suite

DETOX YOUR HOME!

Christmas Eve Service

Beautiful, spacious open-concept FURNISHED 1 bedroom plus den for IR available Jan. 1. Pref. given to temporary and IR. Location ideal for Royal Roads, UVic, Camosun Interurban, CFB Esquimalt and Naden.

Bright, new, clean living area (ground floor of 3-story home). Lge windows, local art/photography, new laminate floors. Entrance is by keypad code lock on door.

Living room has leather couch and futon, new TV and WiFi throughout. Full kitchen w/dishwasher, dining rm, 4 pc bath, master bdrm with queen bed, 2nd bdrm w/2 twin beds, large walk-in storage room, pte laundry, additional storage rm, and more!

Harbour and mountain views with lge yard, new deck and BBQ. Off street parking for 1 car.

Located in View Royal, 15 minutes from downtown and a short drive to a fully stocked shopping centre. Walk to the Four Mile Pub/Restaurant, beach, schools, buses, galloping goose trail etc. At end of a quiet dead-end street. $1600/month includes all utilities, internet, cable, hydro, water and garbage.

250-514-9994, helen.edley@gmail.com

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No more chemicals in your home.

Call Michelle at 250-516-7338, Independent Sales Consultant GreenHomeCleaning.ca

NORWEX Jump start your Career with Lookout Classifieds call 250-363-3127

All are welcome

Join us!

Thurs. Dec. 24 at 7:00 pm Esquimalt Nazarene Church 886 Craigflower Road esquimaltnazarene.org

Base Newspaper Advertising

Local or National Canadian Armed Forces Base Newspapers 16 Bases - One contact 250-363-8602 ext 2 Joshua.buck@forces.gc.ca

Looking for a great Christmas stocking stuffer?

The collectable Rogers’ Chocolate Submarine Tin and Canadian Navy Chocolate Bar

Buy them at

SERVICES OFFERED CAREGIVING FOR SOMEONE with dementia?

The Alzheimer Society of B.C. has support groups for caregivers. Contact the Alzheimer Resource Centre at 250-382-2052 for info and to register.

RESUMES & CAREER TRANSITION PREP/ COACHING with a former SCAN Coord Judy Marston.

10% Military Discount, www.resumecoach.ca or 250-888-7733 PIANO TEACHER WITH WITH MORE THAN 30 YEARS EXPR. Lessons are offered to all ages and levels. In home teaching is available. Celebrate your time! Or give a gift that lasts a lifetime! One month free to beginners.

References are available.

Phone 250-881-5549, and find me at musiciswaycool. com

www.lookoutnewspaper.com Download this week’s issue, book a classified ad, browse CFPSA job openings

Does your teenager (1218) crave exciting outdoor activities where their personal limits as individuals and team-members will be tested? The outdoor-oriented will love the challenge!

Army cadets develop abilities in the use of map and compass, GPS technology, orienteering, first-aid, camping and survival skills, canoeing, trekking and more. As they get more experienced, some will be selected for parachuting, white-water rafting and glacier climbing! They will also learn to become outdoor leaders. Learn more at the 2136 C Scot R Army Cadets Open House at 7:00 pm on Thursday, January 7, 2016 at the Bay Street Armouries, 715 Bay Street Victoria. PHONE: 250363-8005 (at Armouries) WEB: www.2136cadets.ca Contact Captain Stephan Jones at communications @2136cadets.ca

VOLUNTEER VICTORIA PREGNANCY CENTRE

Free

services

provided:

pregnancy tests & counselling, prenatal classes and Doula referral, baby clothes & supplies, family support counselling, school & community presentations, post abortion & pregnancy loss counselling for men & women.

250-380-6883 #112 - 826 North Park Street info@victoriapregnancy.org www.victoriapregnancy.org

SHARE YO U R RECREATIONAL INTERESTS this fall by supporting a person with a disability to become more active! By donating only 1-2 hrs a week you have the opportunity to change someone’s life while having a great time doing it. To get involved or for more info, please call Kim at 250-4776314 ext. 15 or email volunteers@rivonline.org or visit http://www.rivonline. org/Volunteering.htm

We need MEN for MENtoring.

Getting together is a great time for everyone and doesn't require a special occasion or expensive activities.

• Receive tickets to sporting events • Participate in a variety of activities • Meet twice a month for 6 months

www.bbbsvictoria.com HABITAT FOR HUMANITY AND THE RESTORE are seeking volunteers to help out with customer service, warehouse and driver assistants. We are also looking for ambassadors for special events. Please contact Nancy @ volunteer@habitatvictoria.com or 250-480-7688 ext. 105

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Tim Hortons Coffee At the CANEX Expressmart Esquimalt CANEX EXPRESSMART - 177 Belmont Road

Monday to Friday open at 6:30 a.m. – 10 p.m.

7 a.m. – 10 p.m. on weekends